Plant Based Developer Workshop

Mix. Expose. Print.

About the Workshop

Join us for a 3-in-1 experimental journey into alternative photography.

Whether you have experience with traditional photography or not, step into the darkroom with us and explore image-making through plant-based chemistry and hands-on experimentation.

In this workshop, you will create your own plant-based photographic developer, learning how it can be mixed, altered and manipulated to achieve different results.

We will explore the darkroom through two alternative printing methods, working slowly, intuitively and experimentally - using materials found in any kitchen.

What You’ll Explore

• Making a plant-based photographic developer

• Darkroom printing using plant-based chemistry

• Printing from negatives

• Photograms (camera-less image making)

• Experimental approaches to exposure, timing and materiality

What’s Included

• All chemicals and plant-based materials

• Darkroom access and guidance

• Paper and tools for printing

• A curated experimental environment at asl lab

What to Bring (Optional)

You’re welcome to bring:

• Your own 35mm negatives

• Small objects for photograms (maximum size A5)

If you don’t bring anything, we’ll provide materials and objects for you to work with.

Who This Is For

• Curious beginners

• Anyone interested in slow, hands-on image making

No prior darkroom experience is required.